Yogi Gift Guide 2011 - Part 1

Now that Thanksgiving is behind us and the big gift-giving holidays are just over the next hill I know that some of you may be wondering what to buy for the yoginis in your life. Here I begin my list of love for all your favorite yogis. Expect 2 more days of these with a total of 48 gift ideas.

Check out old guides too. I'm trying to avoid redundancy. Those gifts are not out of style.

2010 Yogi Gift Guides: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3.
2012 Yogi Gift Guides: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3.

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Moms/Moms To Be/Kids:
For the mom that takes care of herself and her brood - because it's a full time job.

Shiva Rea Prenatal DVD $16 - Great word of mouth and a 70 minute run-time make this DVD my go-to suggestion.

Yoga Kids 3 DVD pack $39 - For Ages 3-6. Share yoga with children through play.

Kid Sized Yoga Mat $18 - Child sized and eco friendly to include the kids, but not the toxic chemicals.

Unlimited Class Card $Varies$ - You can get these at most yoga studios for anywhere from 1 week to 1 year. Another option is a class card for a certain number of classes... say 10. Just be aware of when it expires and if you need to purchase it at the last second so they get the most out of it. Check with the recipient's local studio for more specific details.

Title Nine Amelia Longsleeve Dress $76 - Comfy, wintery, and works for an active lifestyle. It's certainly on my personal christmas list.

Yogawoman DVD $25 - This documentary celebrates the effect of yoga on women and women in yoga.

Organic Sesame Oil $6+ - In case she's not familiar with the ayurvedic daily regimen of abhyanga in winter, you can include a nice set of printed or hand-written instructions. Sesame oil can be found at just about any natural foods store or online. She may need to make time for this warm-oil self massage, but it's worth it.

Source: http://www.yogalifestyle.com/Pchakra.htm

Teens:

They've got plenty of drama to worry about, are trying to finish growing up way too fast, and they're really branching out with expressing their individuality. Embrace it.

Skunk Mittens $22 - Made of recycled cotton and also available in mink, fox, raccoon, and reindeer if you wander around the site a bit. Unique and functional!

No More Dirty Looks $2+ - Paperback or Kindle. Perfect for learning more about what we put on our bodies and how to find clean safe alternatives. It may seem at first glance like it's purely for girls, but boys use things like shampoo and body wash too.

Trevor Hall CD $7+ - I'm a big fan of the "Trevor Hall" CD, but all his music is lovely and fun.

Posters $5+ - Lots of variety here. Deities, Anusara syllabus, the Dharma Mittra poster, mandalas, etc. My favorite is this colorful Chakra poster.

Round Silk Zafu Meditation Cushion $40 - There's a lot of stress in the life of a teenager, but a regular meditation practice on this luxurious adjustable cushion will help him/her keep a level head.

Source: http://www.energymuse.com/store/bracelets-1/power-mens.html

Dudes:

New guys and advanced practitioners alike could use these.

The Mirror of Yoga $9+ - This book by Richard Freeman is available in hardcover, paperback, or Kindle. Recommended by the likes of Bhakti yoga teacher Rusty Wells for accessibility and humor.

Be Present Budokon Pants $69 - These pants are comfortable, stylish, and manly.

Burt’s Bees Muscle Mend $7 - I've heard nothing but good things about this sore muscle balm, and at only $7 every guy should have some.

Energy Muse Power Bracelet for Men $70 - This vegan bracelet is all about tapping into the energy of one's own inner power and bringing it out into the world.

Anjali Nataraj Eco-Heather Tee $39 - This Shiva Nataraj tee is simply amazing and available in 3 colors.